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Hands free waste flap apparatus and method

US8080952B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 18, 2007
Grant dateDec 20, 2011
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Expiry dateJul 31, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65F1/1607
  • WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method and apparatus for an automated waste receptacle includes a waste flap, a motor positioned on a side of the waste flap and an actuator located in proximity of the top side of the waste flap. The actuator is configured to operate the motor and subsequently move the flap between open and closed positions.

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